Of course, the edsel met an early demise and the comet quickly shifted to fill the same slot within the mercury brand. Here is a great example of a 1966 mercury comet cyclone gt. See more ideas about mercury, mercury cars and classic cars. In fact, the comets team had previously been working on the edsel. Was on the blue comet influenced a tiny bit, perhaps, by the impressive success achieved by when you reach me upon that latter book s acclaimed release in 2009. Browse interior and exterior photos for 1964 mercury comet. When you are in need of a reliable replacement part for your 1964 mercury comet to restore it to factory like performance, turn to carid s vast selection of premium quality products that includes everything you may need for routine maintenance and major repairs. The last offering of blue on a mercury comet in our paint database was in 1969, with 4 shades of blue paint named light blue, light aqua, dark. From the outset, the 1966 mercury comet lineup strove to distinguish the car from the falcon via a longer wheelbase for coupes and sedans and more important styling that included quad headlights. However, the end of edsel was announced on november 19th of 1959 and production of the 1960 models continued until late november.
The comet continued to be its own model in 1961, the same year the s22 model was introduced. Was on the blue comet influenced a tiny bit, perhaps, by the impressive success achieved by when you reach me upon that latter books acclaimed release in 2009. The comet was based on a stretched ford falcon from 1960 to 1964. Price reduced the 1967 mercury was described by ford lincoln mercury division as the mans car. The comet was intended to wear edsel badging but when the brand was eliminated before the 1960 model year, ford sold the comet as a separate model through their lincoln mercury dealers. Photos and information on all years of the blue comet. Mercury comet classics for sale classics on autotrader. The poweroperated fabric top came in a choice of black or white with any body color. Also a 1969 tbird 429v8 yes, collector car insurance is the only way to go if you can put the car in the garage. When you are in need of a reliable replacement part for your 1965 mercury comet to restore it to factory like performance, turn to carid s vast selection of premium quality products that includes everything you may need for routine maintenance and major repairs. It was sold as a standalone product for 1960 and 1961 as the comet without any. The model was offered with comparatively few changes through the 1977 model year, and was then discontinued to make room for the new mercury zephyr for the 1978 model year. Popular mercury vehicles 2011 mercury grand marquis 2009 mercury sable. Jul 15, 2006 it is the common knowledge of most comet owners that the comet was suppose to be part of the edsel line in 60 and in both 60 and 61, the comet was sold by lincoln mercury dealers but not branded a mercury or and lincoln.
The sleek fastback roof was custom and included a large wrap around back window, like the 196465 plymouth barracuda. Blue mercury comets at yellow red blue green black white orange gold silver brown gray pink purple the first blue mercury comet in our paint database was in 1960, with 4 blue paint shades named crystal turquoise, cote d azure blue, inlet blue, and twilight turquoise. Sales of the third generation mercury comet, however, weakened every year. Browse interior and exterior photos for 1967 mercury comet. The mercury comet is an automobile that was produced by mercury from 1962 1969 and.
Again in 1966 there were four body styles offered under the comet marquee. A dan gurney special edition had a dark blue roof, striping, and a signature decal on the white. Ecklers is open, shipping and ready to meet all of your automotive needs. I have owned 19601964 mercury comet s and now have my 1961 comet s22 in the backyard awaiting restoration. In the beginning, the comet was designed as an edsel model and not officially a mercury until 1962. The 1964 and 1965 mercury comet models are classic transition era cars, but one that should be attractive to collectors and 1960s auto enthusiasts. They are handsome, and have great performance potential. Similar to its ford counterpart, the fairlane, the comet was a contender in. The 1964 mercury comet saw a substantial redesign from the 1963 models, with softer curves were replacing the earlier aggressive squared lines. After mercurys first stab at a true intermediate the 19621963 meteor quickly faded, comets that were longer, wider, and roomier than before. Neither brand is seen on any of the 60 or 61 models. Pittson, pa 18640 350 miles from you 1965 mercury comet. The correct owners manual, repair manual, shop manual, parts manual and more.
Dont miss any of the details as well as how the pace car came to be. The problem with them is that they may have a book value but do not accurately show the market value. If you are the publisher or author of this book and feel that. However this year the comet grew in stature from a compact to midsized car. Mercury exhibited its oneofakind comet super cyclone at the 1964 chicago show. In fact, the comet s team had previously been working on the edsel. For the 1964 model year left, mercury gave the comet a more squareoff, purposeful look that jived well with the inevitable modifications that hot rodders would apply once they got their hands on mercurys compact coupe. Crevier classic cars is offering a 1974 mercury comet. Find new and used 1964 mercury comet classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you. Dearborn classics is open, shipping daily and ready.
Heater foam seal kit 12 pieces, falconrancherocomet, 19641965. Car shopping guides 10 most popular midsize suvs and crossovers 10 most popular luxury cars warning signs you need new brakes. Allvinyl interiors were available in six color combinations. Underside is as clean as the rest of the car harold 1 week ago on kloompy group llc. Positioned as a premium brand between mainstream ford and upscale lincoln, mercury suffered from overpowering competition and, some would say. Woodland hills, ca 964 903 miles from you 1963 mercury comet. Vintage mercury comet sedans, converibles, wagons, hardtop cars for sale classifieds. Produced by the mercury division of the ford motor company between 1960 and 1977, the comet was. It will be hard to find a 1967 mercury comet capri in this condition. The compact mercury comet was launched in march 1960, spun off the ford falcon and intended to serve as an entrylevel, compact edsel. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Shop millions of cars from over 2 dealers and find the perfect car.
The comet was the assigned to the lincoln mercury division. The process would be classifieds price guide passenger car mercury 1963 2 door sedan get used value. Mercury comet collectors will want to gravitate to the caliente and cyclone editions with v8 engines the more powerful the better. It is the common knowledge of most comet owners that the comet was suppose to be part of the edsel line in 60 and in both 60 and 61, the comet was sold by lincolnmercury dealers but not branded a mercury or and lincoln. Mercury comet for sale mercury comet classifieds classic cars. Original factory and aftermarket manuals for every car, truck and motorcycle. Although 1975 was the last year for the mercury comet gt, the gt features remained available in 1976 and 1977 with the sports accent option group. Used, project or restored 1965 mercury comet 2nd generation classic cars for sale. The comet was the assigned to the lincolnmercury division. I was very gratified and surprised to find that the book is a wonderful read, even for an adult. After 1977, the mercury comet was dropped from the mercury line and was replaced by the mercury zephyr. I chose this book because i have an interest in the manasquan train station in manasquan, nj, and an interest in model trains like the blue comet that had as part of its route the jersey shore and squan station.
Free shipping get free shipping free 58 day shipping within the u. Heater foam seal kit 12 pieces, falconranchero comet, 1964 1965. Or maybe was it the success of that book that led rosemary wells to gain faith in a similar idea that had been germinating in her own writers subconscious for quite some time by then, and witnessing the very favorable reception given. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds.
Find new and used mercury comet classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you. On the blue comet has been added to your cart add to cart. This 1966 mercury comet cyclone gt is sure one of a kind. To make sure your vehicle stays in top shape, check its parts for wear and damage at regular intervals and replace them in time.
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